Lincoln
Town of Lincoln Zoning Ordinance
§ 260-35

Signs prohibited in all districts

The following signs are prohibited in all zoning districts except as provided in § 260-35:

  • A. Safety hazard: Signs determined by the Zoning Enforcement Officer to constitute a hazard to traffic or public safety by reason of size, location, or type of illumination.
  • B. Flashing: Signs containing an intermittent or sequential light source. Exposed neon-type lighting shall not be allowed on exterior of buildings.
  • C. Projecting over street right-of-way: Nongovernment signs erected over a street right-of-way. This would not include temporary banner-type signs allowed by the governing Highway Department.
  • D. Overnight illuminated signs: Signs shall not be illuminated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. or during the period from 1/2 hour after closing time to 1/2 hour before opening time. Written permission is required from the Zoning Enforcement Officer if between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.